2. Safety
2. Safety
2.1 Intended use
Thermowells / Protection tubes are used to protect temperature probes from the
process conditions. Furthermore, thermowells / protection tubes enable the removal of
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the temperature probe without having to shut down the process; and they guard against
damage to either the environment or to personnel, which might be caused by escaping
process media. The model TW61 protection tube has been specifically developed for
use in sanitary applications.
Due to the protection tube construction as well as to maintain the delivered surface
finish, the use in conjunction with abrasive media is not permitted.
The instrument has been designed and engineered solely for the intended use
described here, and may only be used accordingly.
The technical specifications in these operating instructions must be observed, see
chapter 9 "Specifications". It is assumed that the instrument is handled properly and
within its technical specifications.
The manufacturer shall not be responsible for constructional modifications after delivery
of the instruments. The manufacturer shall not be liable for claims of any type based on
operation contrary to the intended use.
2.2 Improper use
Any use beyond or different to the intended use is considered as improper use.
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Neither repairs nor structural modifications are permitted, and any would void the
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guarantee and the respective certification.
Do not use this instrument in safety or emergency shutdown devices.
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2.3 Personnel qualification
Skilled personnel
Skilled personnel, authorised by the operator, are understood to be personnel
who, based on their technical training, knowledge of measurement and control
technology and on their experience and knowledge of country-specific regulations,
current standards and directives, are capable of carrying out the work described and
independently recognising potential hazards.
Special operating conditions require further appropriate knowledge, e.g. of hazardous
media.
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The activities described in these operating instructions may only be
carried out by skilled personnel who have the qualifications described
below.
WIKA operating instructions protection tube, model TW61